The logistics decoupling point (LEK) is the point in a value stream at which the customer order reference is decoupled from the value chain. Downstream of the value stream from the LEK, production is based on customer orders; upstream of the LEK, production is based on stock and anonymous customer orders. Stocks must be held at the LEK.
Our tip: Place the LEK as far upstream as possible; ideally at the point from which the remaining lead time corresponds 1:1 to the delivery time accepted by the market. This ensures that production is optimally aligned with demand and reduces inventories with high added value.
